Thursday, Aug. 10:
The William Maxwell Walking Tour brochures are available in the Carnegie building’s brochure stand.

Wednesday, Aug. 9:
Free copies of the August edition of BookPage are available in both buildings.

Tuesday, Aug. 8:
PRIZE SHIRTS from Summer Reading are now available for pick-up! Those who earned free Balloon Fest passes can also pick them up starting today.

Monday, Aug. 7:
FREE ECLIPSE GLASSES! Interested in viewing the solar eclipse on August 21? We have 100 pair of eclipse glasses to give away. They will be available in the Annex on a first come, first serve basis. Questions? Call 732-5732 for details.

Saturday, Aug. 5:
Summer Reading prize shirts and Balloon Fest passes will be available for pick-up on Tuesday, Aug. 8!

Friday, Aug. 4:
The latest edition of the New York Times Best Sellers list is always available in both buildings.

Wednesday, Aug. 2:
Post your community event on the Library's bulletin boards in both buildings.

Tuesday, Aug. 1:
Our GRAND PRIZE DRAWING for teens will take place this morning at 9AM. Teens who turned in their completed reading logs by July 29 will be eligible. You do not have to be present to win!

Monday, July 31:
Free: The Library offers free copies of SENIOR NEWS & TIMES FOR ILLINOIS; it's available in both buildings.

Saturday, July 29:
LAST DAY TO RETURN COMPLETED SUMMER READING LOGS! Don’t forget, we close at 1PM.

Friday, July 28:
Celebrating Gwendolyn Brooks @ 100: The Library has a display commemorating the birthday anniversary of this extraordinary Illinois author. Stop by the Carnegie building for a visit.

Saturday, July 15:
Celebrating Gwendolyn Brooks @ 100: The Library has a display commemorating the birthday anniversary of this extraordinary Illinois author. Stop by the Carnegie building for a visit.

Friday, July 14:
Friday Workshop (children and teens, all ages)
1:00PM – 2:30PM in the Library Annex
Drop in for art and building fun! Children under age 8 must have an adult helper present.

Saturday, July 8:
TEENS! Feeling the need to express yourself?
Register for Concrete Creations: Part 1 and 2 coming up Fridays, July 14 and 21 from 3PM – 4:30PM. Make jewelry, cool containers and sculpture with Shapecrete! Call 732-5732 for details.

Friday, July 7:
Friday Workshop (children and teens, all ages)
1:00PM – 2:30PM in the Library Annex
Drop in for art and building fun! Children under age 8 must have an adult helper present.

Thursday, July 6:
The Rope Warrior
10:00AM in the Library Annex

Explorer Club (for grades 3 – 5)
1:00PM and 2:30PM in the Library Annex
REGISTER for programs by calling 732-5732.

Wednesday, July 5:
Book Buddies Story Time (for ages 3 – 4 yrs.)
10:00AM in the Library Annex

Saturday, June 24:
Summer time & the living is easy, especially with the Library’s collection of magazines. Check out Family Circle, Midwest Living, Cooks Illustrated, All Recipes and many more with your Library card.

Friday, June 23:
Friday Workshop (children and teens, all ages)
1:00PM – 2:30PM in the Library Annex
Drop in for art and building fun! Children under age 8 must have an adult helper present.

Thursday, June 22:
Animal Adaptations!
(presented by Macon County Conservation District)
10:00AM in the Library Annex

Explorer Club (for grades 3 – 5)
1:00PM and 2:30PM in the Library Annex
REGISTER for programs by calling 732-5732.

Wednesday, June 21:
Book Buddies Story Time (for ages 3 – 4 yrs.)
10:00AM in the Library Annex

Monday, June 5:
SUMMER READING PROGRAM
Registration for our fabulous program for children (ages 6 months and up), teens AND adults is going on now in the Library Annex!

Saturday, June 3:
WONDER WOMAN DAY
Drop by the Library Annex during library hours for Wonder Woman fun. Wear a superhero costume and be entered in our prize drawing!

Friday, June 2:
New test book: GED 2017 Test Book. It’s located in the test book section of the Carnegie building.

Thursday, June 1:
Enjoy special activities during our Summer Reading registration weeks in the Library Annex. Come check it out!

Wednesday, May 31:
Need to email a paper document? Stop by the Library and use one of our three public access scanners to convert the document.

Tuesday, May 30:
SUMMER READING PROGRAM
Registration for our fabulous program for children (ages 6 months and up), teens AND adults begins today in the Library Annex!

Monday, May 29:
Memorial Day
LIBRARY CLOSED

Saturday, May 27:
Does your child or teen have special needs? Would you like them to be able to participate in our Summer Reading Program? So would we! Contact Melissa Oxborrow at 732-5732 for details.

Friday, May 26:
Follow us on Facebook to keep up with Summer Reading fun!

Thursday, May 25:
WONDER WOMAN DAY coming soon!
Drop by the Library Annex on Saturday, June 3 for simple games and crafts. Wear your favorite superhero costume and be entered in a drawing to win a cool Wonder Woman poster.

Wedesday, May 24:
BUTTERFLY RELEASE COMING SOON! Drop by Youth Services and watch our second batch of butterfly larvae grow, enter their chrysalides, then emerge as beautiful butterflies. We will announce the butterfly release on Facebook.

Tuesday, May 23:
Got a new device? Stop by the Annex building for help in accessing our online services and collections.

Monday, May 22:
The Summer Reading Program is right around the corner! Registration begins Tuesday, May 30 (the day after Memorial Day) for children, teens---AND ADULTS! Click on the banner above for details.

Saturday, May.20:
The Summer Reading Program is right around the corner! Registration begins Tuesday, May 30 (the day after Memorial Day) for children, teens---AND ADULTS!

Friday, May.19:
Need to update your resume? Use the Library’s public computers and Microsoft Word to select a resume template. Simply enter your information and the computer creates your resume in the format you desire!

Thursday, May.18:
The Library's Online Public Access Catalog is available; in the Main Menu click SEARCH LIBRARY CATALOG.

Saturday, Apr. 22:
MEDIEVAL TIMES EVENT for all ages!
2PM – 4PM in the Library Annex

Friday, Apr. 21:
Used book sale returns to Balloon festival weekend!

Thursday, Apr. 20:
Are you on Instagram? SO ARE WE! Follow us now and get the latest library info.

Wednesday, Apr. 19:
Butterflies are here! Check out our first batch of larvae creating their chrysalises in Miss Melissa’s office window. SO cool!

Tuesday, Apr. 18:
GED 2017 test books are available for checkout.

Monday, Apr. 17:
Issues of Bends & Byways are free in either building.

Saturday, Apr. 15:
Check out our magazine collection in the Carnegie building. Many titles to choose from & check out on your card.

Friday, Apr. 14:
Used book sale returns to Balloon festival weekend!

Thursday, Apr. 13:
Like us on Facebook and be in the know about what’s happening at the library!

Wednesday, Apr. 12:
Vehicle Value Guides are located in the Carnegie building.

Tuesday, Apr. 11:
The Library has a copy of the latest City/County directory.

Monday, Apr. 10:
MEDIEVAL TIMES EVENT
Patrons of all ages are invited to join us Saturday, Apr. 22 from 2PM – 4PM lots of rowdy fun! Please register by calling 732-5732. Watch for details on Facebook!

Saturday, Apr. 8:
Butterflies will be coming soon to the library! Keep an eye on Miss Melissa’s office window for our first batch of larvae, arriving in mid-April.

Friday, Apr. 7:
Used book sale returns to Balloon festival weekend!

Thursday, Apr. 6:
Sharpen you Excel skills on the free public access computers.

Wednesday, Apr. 5:
Check out our new Family Fun area, complete with hands-on activities and cool games to play at the library. Create a marble run on our magnet board, exercise your brain with a math card game, and more!

Tuesday, Mar. 28:
Is your child interested in learning more about computer coding? Check out our new books on learning programming languages like Python and JavaScript and coding with Arduino and Raspberry Pi.

Monday, Mar. 27:
Are the words on the printed page becoming more difficult to read? Check out the Library's collection of LARGE PRINT books in the Annex.

Friday, Mar. 24:
Enjoy new hands-on activities for school-age children and families in the Youth Services department. Try building with magnetic Powerclix, create a marble run on our magnet board, and play educational board and card games

Thursday, Mar. 16:
Raffle Barrel: The Library has a raffle barrel available for checkout on a valid Lincoln Public Library District card.

Wednesday, Mar. 15:
It’s Official! The Library’s Used Book Sale returns in August 2017 back to the weekend of the Balloon Festival.

Tuesday, Mar. 14:
We’ve been working hard on developing our juvenile non-fiction section. Come in and browse to find exciting new titles on all sorts of cool subjects!

Monday, Mar. 13:
The Library has the 2017 edition of the GED Test book. Stop by the Carnegie building to check out a copy.

Saturday, Mar. 11:
Need to update your resume? Use the Library’s public computers and Microsoft Word to select a resume template. Simply enter your information and the computer creates your resume in the format you desire!

Friday, Mar. 10:
Take a look at our new juvenile and young adult audiobooks. Perfect for your next road trip!

Tuesday, Feb. 28:
Enjoy new hands-on activities for school-age children and families in the Youth Services department. Try building with magnetic Powerclix, create a marble run on our magnet board, and play educational board and card games.

Saturday, Feb. 18:
Identity Theft: The Library’s website contains the link to identitytheft.gov. It’s the Federal Trade Commission's website for people who need to recover from an incident of identity theft. You can always find it in the main menu under Illinois Resources.

Friday, Feb. 17:
Free: The Library offers free copies of SENIOR NEWS & TIMES FOR ILLINOIS; it's available in both buildings.

Saturday, Jan. 21:
It’s tax time! The Carnegie building Library staff can help you find and copy the form you need.

Friday, Jan. 20:
TEENS@LPLD: Drop by the Young Adult section and vote for your favorite books in lots of different categories. Those books with the most votes will receive Book Oscars at our red carpet event in February!

Tuesday, Jan. 10:
TEENS@LPLD: Drop by the Young Adult section and vote for your favorite books in lots of different categories. Those books with the most votes will receive Book Oscars at our red carpet event in February!

Monday, Jan. 9:
Family Lego Day is coming this Saturday from 10AM - noon. Don’t miss out! Register now by calling 732-5732.

Wednesday, Dec. 14:
FAMILY LEGO DAY is coming soon! Patrons of all ages are invited to come and create. Bring your own Legos or build with ours. To register or to get more information, call 732-5732 or email youthlpld@gmail.com.

Monday, Dec. 5:
Does your child need to use one of our public computers for homework? Be sure to drop by the Youth Services desk and sign a permission card. Questions? Call 732-5732.

Saturday, Dec. 3:
Trim the Tree! Party
10AM – noon in the Library Annex
For children and

Friday, Dec. 2:
New book: The Hung Jury, Tom Brewster (F BRE).

Thursday, Dec. 1:
Congratulations to The Scribbler Squad for finishing their month-long writing adventure! Hope we’ll have even more teens join the madness next year.

Wednesday, Nov. 30:
The Scribbler Squad: Be sure to get your novel downloaded to the NaNoWrimo Young Writers site by midnight tonight to get credit for all your hard work!

Tuesday, Nov. 29:
Free City/County Maps: the Library has free copies of maps for the City of Lincoln & Logan County. They're available in both buildings.

Monday, Nov. 28:
Trim the Tree! Party: Children and teens are invited to celebrate the holidays with us and create ornaments to decorate our tree for the Annex display window on Saturday, Dec. 3 from 10AM - noon. Take home an ornament for your own tree, too! Please register for this FREE event by calling 732-5732.

Saturday, Nov. 26:
The Library has two public use scanners in the Carnegie building, available with the public use computers.

Monday, Oct. 10:
SUPERHEROES IN THE STACKS!
Children, teens and adults are invited to join us Saturday, Oct. 22 from 2PM – 4PM for superhero fun. We’ll have activities and games for every age group and a costume contest with prizes. Register now by calling 732-5732.

SPECIAL NEEDS FAMILY NIGHT
5:30PM – 7PM
Drop in after library hours and introduce your family to our library staff, ask questions about resources and share feedback about services you would like to see available.

Saturday, Sept. 24:
FACEBOOK is another great way to keep track of what’s happening at the library. Like us today! https://www.facebook.com/LincolnPublicLibraryDistrict/

Saturday, Sept. 17:
SPECIAL NEEDS FAMILY NIGHT COMING SOON!
Drop by the Library Annex after hours on Monday, Sept. 26 from 5:30PM – 7PM and introduce your family to our library staff, ask questions about resources and share feedback about services you would like to see available for your child or teen with special needs.

Tuesday, Aug. 30:
Identity Theft: The Library’s website contains the link to identitytheft.gov. It’s the Federal Trade Commission's website for people who need to recover from an incident of identity theft. You can find it in the main menu under Illinois Resources.

Monday, Aug. 29:
Summer Reading Program prize shirts are still available for pick up!

Saturday, Aug. 27:
Taking a road trip for Labor Day weekend? We’ve got new books on CD in the juvenile and young adult sections.

Friday, Aug. 26:
Consumer Reports Buying Guide: The 2016 edition is available for in-house use in the Reference Dept. in the Carnegie Building.

Thursday, Aug. 25:
Registration for Story Times and Explorer Club (ages 6 months through grade 5) begins Thursday, Sept. 1!

Wednesday, Aug. 24:
The Library has a public use color photocopier. Located in the Carnegie building, copies are 25 cents each.

Tuesday, Aug. 23:
Free City/County Maps: the Library has free copies of maps for the City of Lincoln & Logan County. They’re available in both buildings.

Monday, Aug. 22:
POKEMON FUN! Drop by and color or draw a Pokemon, then hide it in the library for others to find. While you’re here check out some of our new Pokemon books and videos.

Saturday, Aug. 20:
Classic movies on DVD: the Library's collection of classic, old time movies continues to grow. Stop by the Annex and check them out.

Friday, Aug. 19:
Need to update your resume? Use the Library’s public computers and Microsoft Word to select a resume template. Simply enter your information and the computer creates your resume in the format you desire!

Thursday, Aug. 18:
Kids need a break from the heat? Bring them in to enjoy our interactive play area in the Youth Services department.

Wednesday, Aug. 17:
Raffle Barrel: The Library has a raffle barrel available for checkout on a valid Lincoln Public Library District card.

Tuesday, Aug. 16:
We have an additional computer filled with educational games for our youngest patrons in the Youth Services department. Less time waiting for the computer, more time to play!

Monday, Aug. 15:
Summer Reading Program prize shirts are still available for pick up!

Saturday, Aug. 13:
Need to email a paper document? Stop by the Library and use one of our three public access scanners to convert the document.

Friday, Aug. 12:
Kids need a break from the heat? Bring them in to enjoy our interactive play area in the Youth Services department!

Thursday, Aug. 11:
Interested in an easy way to keep track of what’s happening at the library? Like us on Facebook! Just click on the facebook icon to the left on our homepage!

Wednesday, Aug. 10:
Hunting for hunting magazines? The Library carries Field & Stream and Illinois Game & Fish in-house and Outdoor Life on Zinio.

Tuesday, Aug. 9:
Summer Reading Program prize shirts will be available for pick up beginning today!

Monday, Aug. 8:
Money for College: The 2016 edition of Peterson’s How To Get Money For College is located in the Reference Department (R378.3097 PET/PB/2016).

Saturday, Aug. 6:
Taking a last minute road trip before school starts? Check out our newest books on CD in the juvenile and young adult sections.

Thursday, Aug. 4:
TEENS (grades 6 – 12): Looking for a great read to finish up the summer? Check out the book reviews from local teens in the Young Adult area. Help us out and add your own recommendation!

Wednesday, Aug. 3:
Post your community event on the Library's bulletin boards in both buildings.

Monday, Aug. 1:
POKEMON FUN! Drop by the library in August and color or draw a Pokemon, then hide it in the library for others to find. While you’re here check out some of our new Pokemon books and videos!

Saturday, July 30:
LAST DAY TO TURN IN SUMMER READING LOGS!

Friday, July 29:
Lincoln, IL on PBS: The Library has three copies of the latest edition of Illinois Stories with Mark McDonald. The episode was shot in Lincoln and discusses authors Langston Hughes, Reinhold Niebuhr, and William Maxwell. Check out a copy in the Annex.

Wednesday, July 27:
The Library has two public use scanners in the Carnegie building, available with the public use computers.

Tuesday, July 26:
Test preparation books: The Library has a collection of test preparation books for education, careers, armed forces, and other areas of study. Stop by the Carnegie to check them out on your library card.

Monday, July 25:
Completed Summer Reading logs need to be turned in by Saturday, July 30 (15 minutes before closing time)!

Saturday, July 23:
Renovating an old house? The Library carries 3 print magazines and 1 e-Zine on home renovation.

Friday, July 22:
Friday Workshop (children and teens, all ages)
1:00PM – 2:30PM in the Library Annex
Drop in for art and building fun! Children under age 8 must have an adult helper present.

Saturday, June 25:
Identity Theft: The Library’s website contains the link to identitytheft.gov. It’s the Federal Trade Commission's website for people who need to recover from an incident of identity theft. You can find it in the main menu under Illinois Resources.

Friday, June 24:
Friday Workshop (children and teens, all ages)
1:00PM – 2:30PM in the Library Annex
Drop in for art and building fun! Children under age 8 must have an adult helper present.

MINECRAFT, JUST DANCE AND MORE! Teens, grades 6 – 12, can register for our “Get Your Game On!” Event on Friday, June 24 from 6PM – 8PM by calling 732-5732.

Saturday, June 18:
Got a new device? Stop by the Annex building for help in accessing our online services and collections.

Friday, June 17:
Friday Workshop (children and teens, all ages)
1:00PM – 2:30PM in the Library Annex
Drop in for art and building fun! Children under age 8 must have an adult helper present.

MINECRAFT, JUST DANCE AND MORE! Teens, grades 6 – 12, are invited to join us for our “Get Your Game On!” Event on Friday, June 24 from 6PM – 8PM. Register now by calling 732-5732 or emailing youthlpld@gmail.com.

Thursday, May 12:
The Library offers free meeting space for public programs. For more information click Downloadable Forms in the main menu.

Wednesday, May 11:
Check out our new Interactive Play Area made possible by the Stephanie Dumas Memorial! Children can enjoy driving wooden vehicles on the community rug or playing with colorful flannel sets on the flannel board.

Tuesday, May 10:
In Vogue! The Library carries seven print magazines and three eZines on fashion. Stop by and check them out.

Monday, May 9:
Trying to plan your summer and wondering about our Summer Reading Program? Click on the banner above for details!

Saturday, May 7:
ELEPHANT & PIGGIE FUN!
Drop by the Library Annex from 10AM – 11:30AM to celebrate the publication of “The Thank You Book” by Mo Willems with crafts and activities centered on Gerald and Piggie. Every child who participates will be entered in a drawing to win a copy of the book!

Thursday, May 5:
Free City/County Maps: the Library has free copies of maps for the City of Lincoln & Logan County. They’re available in both buildings.

Wednesday, May 4:
STAR WARS DAY
Drop by the Annex and color a poster, play Jedi I Spy, create an origami Yoda and more. No registration is required. May the Fourth Be With You!

Tuesday, May 3:
Looking for new ideas for recreational projects? The Library carries the magazines Family Handyman, HGTV Magazine, Popular Mechanics, Popular Science, and Southern Living. Check them out and enjoy!

Monday, May 2:
Interlibrary Loan: You can use your Lincoln Public Library card to borrow library materials from any library in Illinois.

Saturday, Apr. 30:
The public access computers for adults are free to use and include color printers.

Friday, Apr. 29:
Add our upcoming drop-in events to your calendar: Star Wars Day activities on May 4 during library hours and Elephant & Piggie Fun on May 7 from 10AM – 11:30AM. Check Facebook or call us at 732-5732 for more details.

Wednesday, Apr. 27:
Butterflies are here! Our first batch of larvae are busy forming chrysalides. Drop in to the Youth Services to see them.

Tuesday, Apr. 26:
Need to update your resume? Use the Library’s public computers and Microsoft Word to select a resume template. Simply enter your information and the computer creates your resume in the format you desire!

Saturday, Apr. 16:
RIF bookmark for 2015: Free copies are available in both buildings. The bookmark was designed by Hattie Mourning.

Friday, Apr. 15:
Taxes are due! Stop by the Library and we can print off the forms you need (10 cents per page).

Thursday, Apr. 14:
Need to email a paper document? Stop by the Library and use one of our three public access scanners to convert the document.

Wednesday, Apr. 13:
Butterflies are coming to the library! We’ll have two batches of larvae that kids can watch grow and develop. Butterfly releases will be in May and will be announced on our Facebook page. Be sure to keep an eye out so you can attend!

Monday, Apr. 11:
It’s Autism Awareness Month! Drop by the Youth Services department to see our display and leave us a note about related books or other materials you’d like to see available at the library, including any special resources we should be aware of!

Saturday, Apr. 9:
Register now for our PETE THE CAT PARTY (pre-K through grade 2) on Monday, April 25 from 3:30PM – 4:30PM by calling 732-5372 or emailing youthlpld@gmail.com.

Friday, Apr. 8:
Interested in an easy way to keep track of what’s happening at the library? Like us on Facebook! Just click on the facebook icon to the left!

Wednesday, Apr. 6:
Did you know? Our online catalog has a “Kid’s Catalog” tab at the top to help make searching for materials easier.

Tuesday, Apr. 5:
Need to update your resume? Use the Library’s public computers and Microsoft Word to select a resume template. Simply enter your information and the computer creates your resume in the format you desire!

Tuesday, Mar. 29:
Test preparation books: The Library has a collection of test preparation books for education, careers, armed forces, and other areas of study. Stop by the Carnegie to check them out on your library card.

Monday, Mar. 28:
Drop by Youth Services and check out our Book Selfies display. You may see some familiar faces!

Saturday, Mar. 26:
MYTH-O-MANIA is coming up on Saturday, Apr. 2 from 1:00PM-2:30PM! Children, grades 3-5, are invited to join us for hands-on activities centered on Greek, Norse and Egyptian mythology. Please register by calling 732-5732 or emailing youthlpld@gmail.com.

Friday, Mar. 25:
Free City/County Maps: the Library has free copies of maps for the City of Lincoln & Logan County. They’re available in both buildings.

Tuesday, Mar. 22:
Raffle Barrel: The Library has a raffle barrel available for checkout on a valid Lincoln Public Library District card.

Monday, Mar. 21:
BOOK SELFIES: Send us a selfie with your favorite book and be featured in our Youth Services display. You can email youthlpld@gmail.com or share your pic with us on Facebook. (High resolution, please!) Please note: All images will become the property of Lincoln Public Library District and may be used in future print or electronic materials.

Saturday, Mar. 19:
The Library's Online Public Access Catalog is available; in the Main Menu click SEARCH LIBRARY CATALOG.

Saturday, Jan. 16:
Need to update your resume? Use the Library’s public computers and Microsoft Word to select a resume template. Simply enter your information and the computer creates your resume in the format you desire!

Friday, Jan. 15:
Money for College: The 2016 edition of Peterson’s How To Get Money For College is located in the Reference Department (R378.3097 PET/PB/2016).

Thursday, Jan. 7:
It’s not too late to register for Family Lego Day! Join us Saturday from 10AM – noon for building fun. As a special treat the Logan County 4-H Robotics club will be demonstrating their Lego Mindstorm robots.

Wednesday, Jan. 6:
The government has greatly reduced the free tax forms. The Carnegie building Library staff can help you find and copy the form you need.

Tuesday, Dec. 22:
Taking a road trip for the holidays? Check out fabulous new audiobook titles for adults, teens and children!

Monday, Dec. 21:
The Library has Microsoft Office 2013 on its public computers. Use the forms library in Word to create invoices, resumes, letters, reports, flyers, and other forms for home or business.

Wednesday, Dec. 16:
Taking a road trip for the holidays? Check out fabulous new audiobook titles for adults, teens and children!

Tuesday, Dec. 15:
Too chilly to make it to the library? Check out fabulous materials to your computer, phone, tablet or other device using Library on the Go, 3M and Zinio located on our website at www.lincolnpubliclibrary.org. Teen and children’s titles are available, too!

Monday, Dec. 14: Children and teens can drop by the Youth Services Department during Christmas break and help us with a “stained glass” art project for our window display.

Saturday, Dec. 12:
Old Cars Report Price Guide: Values for automobiles as far back as 1910. The guide is located in the Carnegie building's Reference Dept.

Friday, Dec. 11:
Are the words on the printed page becoming more difficult to read? Check out the Library's collection of LARGE PRINT books in the Annex.

Thursday, Dec. 10:
Check out WorldBookWeb here on our website! It includes seven different reference databases for adults, teens and children and is available FREE with your LPLD library card.

Wednesday, Dec. 9:
Post your community event on the Library's bulletin boards in both buildings.

Tuesday, Dec. 8:
Like us on Facebook (Lincoln Public Library District) and enjoy fun pictures, access information about services and events, and communicate with library staff!

Monday, Dec. 7:
Free: The Library offers free copies of SENIOR NEWS & TIMES FOR ILLINOIS; it's available in both buildings.

Friday, Nov. 27:
Join us for our O, CHRISTMAS TREE! Event scheduled Saturday, Dec. 5 from 9:00AM – noon in the Library Annex. Create an ornament for our tree and make one to take home! This event is free, but please register by calling 732-5732 or emailing youthlpld@gmail.com.

Thursday, Nov. 26:
LIBRARY CLOSED: Thanksgiving

Wednesday, Nov. 25:
College bound? Peterson’s 2016 How to Get Money for College, (R378.3097 PET PB 2016). Located in the Reference Department.

Monday, Nov. 23:
It’s not too late! Drop by the Youth Services desk during the month of November and write a note to a veteran, thanking them for their service.

Saturday, Nov. 21:
Need to update your resume? Use the Library’s public computers and Microsoft Word to select a resume template. Simply enter your information and the computer creates your resume in the format you desire!

Monday, Nov. 9:
Register for FAMILY READING NIGHT on Thursday, Nov. 12 from 6:00PM – 7:30PM by calling 732-5732.
Enjoy a Story Walk (on the Carnegie lawn, if weather permits), read with your family in one of our blanket forts and make a bookworm buddy.

Saturday, Nov. 7:
Register now for FAMILY READING NIGHT on Thursday, Nov. 12 from 6:00PM – 7:30PM by calling 732-5732. Enjoy a Story Walk (outdoors, if the weather permits), read with your family in one of our blanket forts and make a bookworm buddy.

Friday, Nov. 6:
Test preparation books: The Library has a collection of test preparation books for education, careers, armed forces, and other areas of study. Stop by the Carnegie to check them out on your library card.

Saturday, Oct. 31:
Drop in during the month of November and write a note to a veteran, thanking them for their service. Notes will be forwarded to veterans on an honor flight. Ask at the Youth Services desk for details.

HOMEWORK HELPERS WILL NOT BE AVAILABLE THIS WEEK, but will return Monday, Oct. 19 at 3:30PM – 4:45PM.

Saturday, Oct. 10:
YOUNG ADULTS (grades 6 – 12): Join an online community of teens around the world and write a novel in the month of November! Find out how at our NaNoWriMo Prep session on Thursday, Oct. 15 at 6:00PM. For more information call 732-5732 or email youthlpld@gmail.com.

Saturday, Oct. 3:
Calling all Star Wars fans! Register now for our Star Wars event for all ages on Saturday, Oct. 17 from 2:00PM – 4:00PM in the Library Annex. Costumes are welcome. For more details or to register, please call 732-5732.

Wednesday, Sept. 9:
The Library has two public use scanners in the Carnegie building, available with the public use computers.

Tuesday, Sept. 8:
Do your kids love the Elephant & Piggie books? How about that notorious Pigeon? Call 732-5732 to register for our Mo Willems Party scheduled Monday, Sept. 14 from 3:30PM – 4:30PM! This event is for children, pre-K through 2nd grades.

Monday, Sept. 7:
Labor Day - CLOSED

Saturday, Sept. 5:
RIF bookmark for 2015: Free copies are available in both buildings. The bookmark was designed by Hattie Mourning.

Friday, Sept. 4:
Author read-alikes: If you have read everything by Jack Higgins, you might like Clive Cussler, Frederick Forsyth, or W.E.B. Griffin.

Thursday, Sept. 3:
Money for College: The 2016 edition of Peterson’s How To Get Money For College is located in the Reference Department (R378.3097 PET/PB/2016).

Wednesday, Sept. 2:
Check out our newest audiobook titles in the Juvenile and Young Adult sections! Titles include: From the Notebooks of a Middle School Princess by Meg Cabot, Circus Mirandus by Cassie Beasley, Daughter of Deep Silence by Carrie Ryan and many more.

Tuesday, Sept. 1:
Classic movies on DVD: the Library's collection of classic, old time movies continues to grow. Stop by the Annex and check them out.

Monday, Aug. 31:
Interlibrary Loan: You can use your Lincoln Public Library card to borrow library materials from any library in Illinois.

Saturday, Aug. 29:
YOUNG ADULTS: Check out our 2nd Annual Game Night & Ugly Shirt Contest scheduled Thursday, Sept. 18 from 6:00PM – 8:00PM. Learn a new game, like Settlers or Ticket to Ride, or play an old favorite. We’ll provide pizza and pop. Register by calling 732-5732 or emailing youthlpld@gmail.com.

Friday, Aug. 28:
HAVE A QUESTION AND THE LIBRARY IS CLOSED? In the main menu, click "Ask A Librarian", leave your question, and we'll respond as soon as possible.

Thursday, Aug. 27:
Raffle Barrel: The Library has a raffle barrel available for checkout on a valid Lincoln Public Library District card.

Wednesday, Aug. 26:
Do your kids love the Elephant & Piggie books? How about that notorious Pigeon? Call 732-5732 to register them for our Mo Willems Party scheduled Monday, Sept. 14 from 3:30PM – 4:30PM! This event is for children, pre-K through 2nd grades.

Tuesday, Aug. 25:
Are the words on the printed page becoming more difficult to read? Check out the Library's collection of LARGE PRINT books in the Annex.

Monday, Aug. 24:
Register now for Back-to-School Bingo for children, grades 3 – 5. This special event is scheduled for Thursday, Sept. 10 from 3:30PM – 4:30PM. Enjoy an afternoon snack and the chance to win a free book!

Monday, Aug. 3:
Enter to win a copy of “What Pet Should I Get?”---the new Dr. Seuss book! Ask at the Youth Services desk for details.

Saturday, Aug. 1:
New DVD: Murder On The Orient Express (DVD MUR).

Friday, July 31:
New DVD: Summer’s Shadow (DVD YA SUM).

Thursday, July 30:
New book: Approaching The End Of Life: A Practical & Spiritual Guide, Donna Schaper (248.86 SCH).

Wednesday, July 29:
New DVD: Death On The Nile (DVD DEA).

Tuesday, July 28:
New DVD: 5 Centimeters Per Second (DVD YA FIV).

Monday, July 27:
Thanks to all who participated in our “Read to the Rhythm!” Summer Reading Program. We hope you had as much fun as we did! Prize shirt pick-up begins Monday, Aug. 10 at 10:00AM, for those who are eligible.

Saturday, July 25:
Completed Summer Reading Program logs for children and young adults are due today by 1:00PM (library closing time).

Friday, July 24:
Friday Workshop (children, all ages)
2:00PM – 4:00PM in the Library Annex
Drop in for arts and crafts fun! Children under age 8 must have an adult helper present.

Saturday, June 13:
Did you miss registration for the “Read to the Rhythm!” Summer Reading Program this week? It’s not too late to participate. Come in next week ASAP and we’ll take care of you!

Friday, June 12:
Test preparation books: The Library has a collection of test preparation books for education, careers, armed forces, and other areas of study. Stop by the Carnegie to check them out on your library card.

Thursday, June 11:
Free City/County Maps: the Library has free copies of maps for the City of Lincoln & logan County. They’re available in both buildings.

Wednesday, June 10:
New book: Empire Of Deception: The Incredible Story Of A Master Swindler Who seduced A City And Captivated A Nation, Dean Jobb (364.163 JOB).

Monday, June 8:
SUMMER READING REGISTRATION BEGINS TODAY for children and young adults (ages 6 months – grade 12) in the Library Annex!

Saturday, June 6:
“READ TO THE RHYTHM!” SUMMER READING PROGRAM registration begins Monday, June 8 for all ages (6 months – grade 12)!

Friday, June 5:
New book: Making Herbal Dream Pillows, Jim Long (615.321 LON).

Thursday, June 4:
New DVD: Broadchurch: The Complete Second Season.

Wednesday, June 3:
Practice Your Foreign Language Skills: To read books in different foreign languages, click the World Book Web icon at our website, select Online Info Finder, and in the menu Research Tools select E-Book Center. Enjoy!

Tuesday, June 2:
Free: The Library offers free copies of SENIOR NEWS & TIMES FOR ILLINOIS; it's available in both buildings.

Monday, June 1:
LIBRARY ON THE GO has children and teen reading rooms, helping you to get right to the stuff you want. Download ebooks, audiobooks, videos and music with this wonderful service.

Saturday, May 30:
New book: American Wife, Taya Kyle (B KYLE).

Friday, May 29:
Like us on Facebook (Lincoln Public Library District) and enjoy fun pictures, access information about services and events, and communicate with library staff!

Thursday, May 28:
The Library has a public use color photocopier. Located in the Carnegie building, copies are 25 cents each.

Wednesday, May 27:
The latest edition of the New York Times Best Sellers list is always available in both buildings.

Tuesday, May 26:
Patrons of all ages are invited to help us name our new school of GloFish, located in the Youth Services Department. Suggestions will be taken through Saturday, June 6 and the name will be announced Monday, June 8---the first day of the Summer Reading Program registration.

Tuesday, May 12:
College Illinois Prepaid Tuition Program: The 2015 program brochures are available in the Carnegie building’s brochure rack.

Monday, May 11:
We’re gearing up for this year’s Summer Reading Program---“Read to the Rhythm!” For a sneak peek at our events (and a chance to get planning early) check out June and July calendars here on our website.

Saturday, May 9:
Classic movie on DVD: Rio Bravo (DVD RIO).

cFriday, May 8:
New book: Data and Goliath: The Hidden Battles to CollectYour Data and Control Your World, Bruce Schneier (323.4482)

Thursday, May 7:
LIBRARY ON THE GO has children and teen reading rooms, helping you to get right to the stuff you want. Download ebooks, audiobooks, videos and music with this wonderful service.

Wednesday, May 6:
Free bookmarks: This year’s RIF bookmark is designed by Kathryn Slack of Lincoln. They are free in both library buildings.

Tuesday, May 5:
Drop by the Youth Services Department and take a look at the butterflies. If you’re lucky you’ll be here when we release them from their butterfly habitat!

Monday, May 4:
Interlibrary loan: You can use your Lincoln Public Library card to borrow library materials from any library in Illinois.

Monday, Apr. 27:
Join us for our “Meet a Horse!” Program on Saturday, May 2 from 1:00PM – 2:00PM, presented by Angela Dowell of Dowell Quarter Horses. The program is geared toward children, pre-K through 5th grades, but all are welcome. Please register by calling 732-5732 or emailing youthlpld@gmail.com.

Friday, Apr. 10:
Join us for the BUTTERFLY BONANZA! Drop in between 1:00PM and 3:00PM and decorate a banner to welcome our butterflies to the library, as well as participate in other fun butterfly-themed activities. (Activities are geared towards children, pre-K through 5th grades.)

Friday, Apr. 3:
YOUNG ADULTS (grades 6 – 12): Register now for our Dr. Who Party on Thursday, April 9 from 5:30 – 7:00PM. You don’t have to be a Whovian to have a blast! Call 732-5732 or email youthlpld@gmail.com to register.

Monday, Mar. 30:
Butterflies are coming to the library and to celebrate we’ll be hosting a BUTTERFLY BONANZA on Friday, Apr. 10! Drop by between 1:00PM and 3:00PM and enjoy butterfly-themed activities for children, pre-K through 5th grades.

Saturday, Mar. 28:
YOUNG ADULTS (grades 6 – 12): Register now for our Dr. Who Party on Thursday, April 9 from 5:30 – 7:00PM. You don’t have to be a Whovian to have a blast! Call 732-5732 or email youthlpld@gmail.com to register.

Monday, Feb.2:
Registration for our Winter/Spring session of Story Times and Art/Craft classes begins today! We have exciting programs for children ages 6 months through 12 years. Please contact Youth Services at 732-5732 or youthlpld@gmail.com to register.

Saturday, Jan. 31:
Registration for our Winter/Spring session of Story Times and Art/Craft classes will start Tuesday, Feb. 2. We have programs for children ages 6 months through 12 years. Please contact Youth Services at 732-5732 or youthlpld@gmail.com with any questions.

Friday, Jan. 30:
Consumer Reports Buying Guide: The 2015 edition is available for in-house use in the Reference Dept. in the Carnegie Building.

Thursday, Jan. 29:
Join the fun and drop by the Youth Services department to celebrate National Puzzle Day. We’ve got jigsaw puzzles and brain teasers to get your mind working!

Wednesday, Jan. 28:
Available on the Library's website: GetCoveredIllinois, the web portal to coverage in the Affordable Care Act.

Tuesday, Jan. 27:
HAVE A QUESTION AND THE LIBRARY IS CLOSED? In the main menu, click "Ask A Librarian", leave your question, and we'll respond as soon as possible.

Saturday, Jan. 24:
The Library has a public use color photocopier. Located in the Carnegie building, copies are 25 cents each.

Friday, Jan. 23:
Too chilly to make it to the library? Check out fabulous materials to your computer, phone, tablet or other device using Library on the Go, 3M and Zinio located on our website at www.lincolnpubliclibrary.org. Teen and children’s titles are available, too!

Thursday, Jan. 22:
The latest edition of the New York Times Best Sellers list is always available in both buildings.

Tuesday, Jan. 20:
Raffle Barrel: The Library has a raffle barrel available for checkout on a valid Lincoln Public Library District card.

Monday, Jan. 19:
Please “like” the Lincoln Public Library District’s new Facebook page! It’s a great resource for keeping up with library events and services and to connect with the community.

Saturday, Jan. 17:
YOUNG ADULTS (grades 6 -12): Join us Thursday, Feb.12 from 5:30PM – 7:00PM and “Kind Bomb the Library”! Write notes or make tiny pieces of artwork and hide them in materials at the library to brighten someone’s day. We’ll also be doing Book Bag Art. What’s that? Bring your book bag filled with the usual stuff and find out! Register by calling 732-5732 or emailing Melissa at youthlpld@gmail.com.

Saturday, Jan. 10:
New book: When Books Went To War: The Stories That Helped Us Win World War II, Molly Guptill Manning (940.5483 MAN).

Friday, Jan. 9:
Old Cars Report Price Guide: Values for automobiles as far back as 1910. The guide is located in the Carnegie building's Reference Dept.

Thursday, Jan. 8:
Is your child a fan of “Diary of a Wimpy Kid”, the Amulet series or other graphic novels? We’re expanding our graphic novel collection for children and young adults. Please ask at the Youth Services desk for details.

Wednesday, Jan. 7:
Online newspapers: Click the World Book Web icon on the homepage, select Info Finder, and choose from the list of regional, national, and international newspapers.

Tuesday, Jan. 6:
New book: The Wedding Dress: How To Make The Perfect One For You, Becky Drinan (646.47 DRI PB).

Monday, Jan. 5:
FAMILY LEGO DAY is coming up on Saturday, Jan. 10 from 10:00AM – 11:30AM. Bring your own Legos or borrow ours and spend time creating together. Please call 732-5732 to register. Snack provided.

Saturday, Dec. 20:
LIBRARY ON THE GO now has children and teens reading rooms, helping you to get right to the stuff you want. Download ebooks, audiobooks, videos and music with this wonderful service.

Tuesday, Dec. 9:
TUESDAY WITH SANTA: Santa is at the library tonight from 5:30PM – 7:00PM!

Monday, Dec. 8:
SANTA is heading to the library tomorrow night! It’s not too late to register for this special event. Please call 732-5732, drop by the Youth Services desk or email Melissa at youthlpld@gmail.com to register.

Monday, Dec. 8:
SANTA is heading to the library tomorrow night! It’s not too late to register for this special event. Please call 732-5732, drop by the Youth Services desk or email Melissa at youthlpld@gmail.com to register.

Friday, Dec. 5:
Youth volunteers wanted! If you’re in 6th – 12th grade and would like to learn about volunteer opportunities at the library, please drop by the Youth Services department and ask for Melissa, email her at youthlpld@gmail.com or call 732-5732.

Thursday, Dec. 4:
Interlibrary Loan: You can use your Lincoln Public Library card to borrow library materials from any library in Illinois.

Friday, Nov. 14:
TEENS: Tomorrow (by 1:00PM) is the LAST DAY we’ll be accepting contest entries to win a FREE ticket to a special library showing of Mockingjay on Saturday morning, Nov. 22 at Lincoln Theater 4! (Must be in grades 8-12, at least 13 years old, and meet eligibility requirements to participate.)

Saturday, Nov. 1:
TEENS: We’re still accepting contest entries to win a FREE ticket to a special library showing of Mockingjay on Saturday morning, Nov. 22 at Lincoln Theater 4! It’s easy to enter, so contact us now for details. (Must be in grades 8-12, at least 13 years old, and meet eligibility requirements to participate.)